Same-Sex Adoption Laws in Ontario
Same-Sex Adoption Laws in Ontario Eligibility criteria and process In Ontario, the same-sex adoption process is an inclusive effort which recognizes the right of every individual to become a parent. Eligibility for adoption is not restricted based on sexual orientation. As long as you are 18 years or older, a resident of Ontario, physically and […]
Hearsay in the Nigerian Law of Evidence (Admissibility, Exceptions) – Victor Odii
Hearsay Evidence The rules of hearsay evidence prevents a witness to testify that he heard another person say that an accused committed an offence, if the aim is to establish the truth that such person committed the offence. INTRODUCTION In many instances, the court has been meticulous in admitting testimonies of a person, other than […]
Breach of Contract and Remedies – Foluke Babatunde-Lawal
Breach of Contract and Remedies A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations, either partially or entirely, or communicates an intention to fail in performing their obligations, or otherwise seems incapable of fulfilling their obligations. In the realm of day-to-day business transactions, the increasing complexity of these dealings has elevated […]
Legal Perspectives to the Gaza Hospital Attack – Rofiat Popoola
Legal Perspectives to the Gaza Hospital Attack The tragic attack on Ahli Arab Hospital, Gaza, on the 17th of October, 2023, allegedly by the Israeli airstrikes, which injured civilians causing extensive damage to the hospital facility highlights the intensity of the conflict between Palestine and Israel. Ahli Arab Hospital, which began operation since 1882, was […]
Top 12 Reasons to Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer
Finding your way to justice after a truck accident can be long and difficult. Truck accident attorneys act as uncompromising champions, armed with the information, experience, and resources needed to handle the complexity of these situations. They are advocates for your rights and well-being, not just legal specialists. The road to justice after a truck […]
Doing Business in Nigeria: Company Tax Obligations, Exemptions and Incentives – Unyime Akpaba, Esq.
Doing Business in Nigeria: Company Tax Obligations, Exemptions and Incentives INTRODUCTION Nigeria is an investment paradise when viewed from the perspective of a massive consumer population of over 200 million people with a very low level of manufacturing. In addition to this huge market, the Nigeria government has regularly implemented a number of incentives to […]
Legal Challenges and Approaches in Domestic Assault Cases
Legal Challenges and Approaches in Domestic Assault Cases One Summer Evening It was a balmy July evening in 2005 when I faced the staggering reality of domestic assault. A dear friend, seasoned and marred by the cruel hand laid on her repeatedly, was at my doorstep, her tear-streaked face mirroring the gloomy twilight. From then […]
The Different Types of Negligence Applicable to Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury claims are as diverse as the accidents and incidents that lead to them. Understanding the various types of negligence applicable to these cases is crucial for both plaintiffs and defendants alike. Negligence in a personal injury case is a legal concept that forms the cornerstone of many civil lawsuits. It is the idea […]
Unraveling Nigeria’s Customary Land Tenure Systems: a Comprehensive Overview – Rofiat Popoola
Unraveling Nigeria’s Customary Land Tenure Systems: a Comprehensive Overview INTRODUCTION Land is among the most important assets for people around the world. Its relevance to the ownership, use, possession and transfer of real property cannot be overemphasized. In the intellectual wordings of Olawoye, he defined land as “the surface of the earth, the subsoil and […]
Euthanasia in Nigeria: a Legal Perspective on the Right to Die – Foluke Babatunde-Lawal
Euthanasia in Nigeria: a Legal Perspective on the Right to Die The right to life is universally recognized and protected by various legal instruments, including municipal laws, national constitutions, court decisions, and international human rights agreements. For example, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) enshrines the right to life, liberty, and security of persons […]